In desperate need of a workout plan and tips. HELP!

cakespy

I gained 130 lbs (I'm 5'6 btw) over 3/4 years and no amount of dieting could help me. I tried hitting the gym too (on/off) but was discouraged because after a while I stopped seeing results and was bored. Now I live in a small town where every trainer I've met seems to be against weight-training for fatties like me, they always told me I'd get bigger and to just stick with the treadmill and/or stationary bike, it simply got boring after a while.

In February, I got diagnosed with PCOS and have since been on Met. It helps with cravings and I've dropped 18 lbs, but a month ago I lost a loved one and whilst I usually didn't dwell and could bounce back, I just can't seem to cope and feel better this time. Yesterday I noticed I have either eaten crap or eaten more than usual even when not hungry. I haven't gained my weight back though, but I'm desperate and I'm tired of feeling guilty after I eat, I'm planning on going back to the gym, do things properly and stick this time, and this is where I need your help. Can someone give me a good workout plan? I've been reading but I'm still not sure how many sets and reps, etc, and I surely don't want to just walk on the treadmill for an hour and a half everyday.

Sued0nim

Follow an existing well-recognised plan
http://stronglifts.com/5x5/
https://www.muscleandstrength.com/workouts/jason-blaha-ice-cream-fitness-5x5-novice-workout

Include some cardio to get your cardiovascular fitness up

at home you can do bodyweight

http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2009/12/09/beginner-body-weight-workout-burn-fat-build-muscle/

DemoraFairy

I can't advise much about an exercise plan (other than find an exercise you enjoy, whether it be at a gym or some sort of sport), but I will say that weight loss comes from a calorie deficit. You can exercise all you want, but if you're still eating more than you're burning you won't lose weight. Make sure you count calories accurately (weighing everything) and don't overestimate how much you're burning through exercise if you eat back your exercise calories. Good luck!

Fitforevermore

Thanks Rabbitjb, useful links

cakespy

I (somehow) still managed to stay under my calorie goals, but yeah I'm not so happy about the stuff I've put into my mouth lately. Gonna start meal-prepping and whatnot now. Also thanks for the link, rabbitjb!